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Our practice doctorate is designed for nurses seeking a terminal degree in nursing. The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) curriculum builds on the M.S. in nursing by providing education in evidence-based practice, quality improvement and systems thinking, among other key areas. Our graduates will likely seek leadership roles as advanced practice nurses, managers of quality initiatives, executives in health care organizations, directors of clinical programs, and faculty responsible for clinical program delivery and teaching.

Our Program

Our post-master's DNP is designed to promote critical thinking and clinically based patient care initiatives and enhance employment opportunities. Taught in a part-time, hybrid format, our program pairs online coursework with face-to-face didactic learning that encourages students to develop a community with their peers and faculty.

To fulfill the requirements of the post-master’s DNP, students complete 30 credits, including 15 credits of a scholarly project. Using a synthesis of theoretical and empirical evidence, including health outcomes data, the project addresses a need identified in a clinical setting. Based on an understanding of environmental influences, these culminating projects aim to benefit groups, populations or communities and often include changes in policies, procedures or programs. Upon completion, students receive the Doctor of Nursing Practice.

Created specifically for working adults, in-person classes are conveniently offered in the evenings at our Center for Adult Education in Warwick, Rhode Island.

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Program Spotlight: Scholarly Project

Using a synthesis of theoretical and empirical evidence, including health outcomes data, doctoral candidates identify and plan a scholarly project that addresses a need identified in a clinical setting. Based on an understanding of environmental influences, these culminating projects aim to benefit groups, populations or communities and often include changes in policies, procedures or programs.

Our Faculty

Recognized for their expertise, compassion and vast knowledge, our nursing faculty encourage students to continue their development as health care providers and members of the global health partnership.​